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for David Presnell
Jane Wehner
April 24, 2020
Mary Jane, Tim, and Patricia: You all and DP, D3, Mike are always in my thoughts and prayers. How could you not be...I have known you all for almost 50 years. There are still a few of us left at work to regale all the newbies with tale of the days before cell phone and computers and working around the clock with DP (and cigar) captaining the weary crew! I have wonderful memories, and a grateful heart for all of them...and for all of you. May God bless you and keep you. All my love. Jane
Ralph O. Tapia
May 10, 2005
My sincere condolences to the Presnell Family. I am grateful to have worked for Mr. Presnell and for knowing him as a friend and supervisor.
Ken Higdon
May 5, 2005
DP was a great person, friend, & boss. He gave people the benefit of the dobut and second chances when others would have turned away. He cared very deeply about the people in his life and saw the good in everyone of them. We will all miss he dearly.
David Langub
May 4, 2005
Family is the rock which all else is built upon. Strength of the family in times of heartache always persevere. A trait of the Presnell family I have known for years. I love you all and know that Poppa P smiles down upon you with happiness.
My heart goes out to the Presnell family. Especially to you Patricia and boys.
Neil Rousseau
May 4, 2005
Mary Jane and Family:
Lord only knows how DP and I became friends back in the "old days" after much squabbling over Government Contracts; of which we were on opposite sides of the fence, but we did and I'm greatful that we did become good friends. I very much appreciate him bringing me into the company after my retirement. David was a good man and very generous to lots of people, as a boss he was tough; he sometimes expected alot but he also gave alot. I will miss our get-togethers and truly will miss him as I know you will; I know he loved you all. May he rest in peace, God be with you.
Jane Wehner
May 4, 2005
I was only 26 when David first hired me to staff the Watterson Expressway project office—34 years have passed since then. By hiring me way back when, he set me on the road to the profession I love; by his example, he instilled in me a striving for quality in the work I do. While David was Work personified, he was also appreciative of those who toiled long hours in the PAI vineyards: I remember the long nights spent working against deadlines in those pre-computer days when everything was done by hand, and his hands (and that cigar) were there working along with the rest till the wee hours. Once done, he’d take the weary gang out for steak and eggs, and tell us we could come in to work a little late that morning. We didn’t because we knew he wouldn’t. And that was OK—we were a team, working together. I also recall the way he let us respond to the needs of our families—if they needed us, we could go. He trusted us to get our work done when we could, after the need was met. No questions asked. Families came first, and we were all family—as he reminded us at staff meetings and at festive gatherings that became legend over the years! With his passing, David, himself, has entered the realm of legend—the tales told of his professional genius, energy, enthusiasm, passion for perfection, and compassion will be many—and the memories engendered will be warm. My deepest sympathies to you, Mary Jane, and to Mike, D3, Tim and Patricia. There just won’t be another like DP, and as a member of his PAI family, I am grateful for having known him. I will miss him.
Sean Byrd
May 4, 2005
In this time of sorrow, please remember that you have many friends all over the country who have you in their prayers.
May God bless your family.
Stan Windhorst
May 3, 2005
To my dearest friends,
David Presnell Jr. was but a small part of my life and yet he holds a special place in my heart. Had it not been for him I would have never known someone that is and always will be my best friend. You can rest assured that I will be there for you every moment of the rest of your life. Here is to celebrating and remembering a man that touched many lives. RIP D.P. Your legacy lives on.
Lily Curtis
May 3, 2005
To DP's family and extended family:
I know how much DP loved his family, his work family, his community, and his profession. He was a really BIG person - not necessarily in physical stature, but in his presense and the enormous energy he created. He truly enriched the lives of those who came to know him, and once he decided he believed in you, you worked hard to prove yourself worthy of his trust. I appreciate how good he was to me, and how often he took the time to tell me that I was one of his favorite people. I hope he knew that he was also one of mine.
David L. Morgan, Ex. Director & SHPO
May 3, 2005
On behalf of the Kentucky Heritage Council and the Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission we extend our deepest sympathy to David's family and friends on his untimely death.
Appointed by Gov. Patton to the original Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission he was a hard working and well-respected member. We will greatly miss his energy, commitment and important contributions to the Native American Heritage Commission and his community.
Victor Perea
May 3, 2005
In the presence of the Lord your God, you and your families shall eat and shall rejoice in everything you have put your hand to, because the Lord your God has blessed you.
Deuteronomy 12:7
My family and I are so grateful for everything DP has provided for us these past four year I have worked for PAIKI. I pray that the Presnell family continues to do great things and may God bless you.
Always in our prayers,
The Perea family
Karen McCauley
May 3, 2005
DP not only was my boss, but my friend. He showed a love and devotion to his employees that I've never before witnessed. He was a kind and generous man whom I will dearly miss...he shall forever live in our hearts. Thank you Patti, Mike, D3, Tim, Mary Jane and Diane for the honor of being a part of your family. I'll see you later, DP. Love, Karen
Consuela Osborne
May 3, 2005
I am saddened and feel deeply for the family and friends of David Presnell, Jr. He was the guiding force behind the Albuquerque office of PAIKI. That force will be hard to replace and his contributions will be missed. His spirit will live on in all the work that he did.
Patricia Presnell-Maddox
May 3, 2005
I would like to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers. The Presnell family is truely blessed to have such an extensive support system and are overwhelmed by the amount of lives that my Dad touched. I know that "Pres" is very proud of the outpoouring he received from the community - that he served for so many years. He was passionate about being an engineer and loved every minute of it. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and boss. DP will live on in all of our hearts forever.
Steve Skaggs
May 3, 2005
To Mary Jane, David III, Mike, Timmy, and Patti - I was so saddened to hear of the loss of David. I appreciate every opportunity he gave me while working for him. His entrepenurial spirit was what made him great. I'm sorry I never got to fully express my thanks to him personally for everything he did for me. He will be truly missed.
Mike Presnell
May 3, 2005
To all who have shown thier love and respect to my father, in his passing, I thank you. He was my father, my mentor and my friend. During the last several days, I have grown keenly aware of the number of people he touched and it makes the family proud. All your prayers and and support are greatly appreciated and are a testement to what a great man David G Presnell Jr. was during his time on this earth.
Thank You, Michael C Presnell
Jim Smith
May 2, 2005
My deepest sympathy goes out to Mary Jane and the Presnell family. Mr. Presnell was instrumental in starting my career in North Carolina. I want to thank him for believing in me and giving me an opportunity to work for him and his company. I will cherish my memories of him. God Bless.
Sandeep Mathur
May 2, 2005
Through his hard work, generosity and dedication, David touched many people's life. He was a unique person who will be missed for years to come.
Maryann Monte
May 2, 2005
Dear Mary Jane and Family
Pat and I remember you and your wonderful family with very fond memories.
Please accept our sincerest condolences on David's passing.
Maryann & Pat Monte
New York, New YOrk
Lou Whitman
May 2, 2005
I've known Dave since 1967, my deepest sympathy to his wife,children and grandchildren.
Janet Quigg
May 2, 2005
I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to the family members in this difficult time. May it help to know that others care and mourn his loss.
William Page
May 2, 2005
We all will miss him and his forthought deeply. He was a shining ray for the engineering community. We must remember that he is now in a better place than we are!
Ron Smith
May 2, 2005
I am deeply sadden to hear about David. He was very good to me during my employment with The Presnell Group. He will be missed by all. I pray that God will comfort his family during this time.
Peggy Justice
May 2, 2005
The engineering profession has lost a wonderful member. We are all sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.
Pat and Ron O'Bryan-Herford
May 2, 2005
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of such a wonderful man. We kow our words can't heal your pain but hope our caring and prayers will give you and your family strength.
Kimberly Graves
May 2, 2005
Dearest Mary Jane and children:
I'm sadden to hear of the untimely death of David. My fondest memory of David is the day he and Tommy were showing Patricia the proper way to pull in the driveway while it is snowing, and he ended up taking down the mail box. We laughed so hard. I will miss him greatly. My prayers are with you and the family.
Deepest sympathy,
Kim and Harrison Graves
Marissa Russell
May 2, 2005
I knew DP from my father Chuck Russell. My dad worked for him for years. I have known him since i was really little. He was a good man and a good friend of my fathers. Our prayers are with you and i hope you find comfort in this difficult time.
Ken Tankersley
May 2, 2005
With my deepest and most sincere sympathy, from a fellow member of the Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission, and Executive Board Member of the Kentucky Center for Native American Art and Culture. David loved his work with the Native people of Kentucky. It made him smile.
Sharon and Bob Vaughn
May 1, 2005
Mary Jane,
Sharon and I were shocked and saddened to hear of David's passing. Our prayers are with you and the family in this terrible time.
I hope you can find consolation in his very many accomplishments. All throughout KY and the nation his mark is there in the projects he did. Few have had an opportunity to accomplish so much.-----Bob
Rex Cooper
May 1, 2005
Mary Jane and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our prayers and sympathies are with you. May God comfort you in your time of loss.
Rex and Pam Cooper
gwynn henderson
May 1, 2005
i was saddened to hear of david's untimely death. i have served with him on the kentucky native american heritage commission since it began in 1996. he was creative, intellegent, and kind. along with the other members of the long-range planning committee, david laid out an ambitious agenda for the commission that continues to guide our work. i am so sorry he will not see the plans he helped lay for the native american cultural center in carroll county come to fruition. david presnell left his mark on his community, and his contributions will not soon be forgotten. i extend my deepest sympathy to his family and his closest friends. i know you miss him very much.
Lou & Ann Romano
May 1, 2005
David was a sincere friend and inspiration to me. We enjoyed many good times together on the tennis court and around the business table. Just a few weeks ago, both he and Mary Jane were here in Florida with us renewing our friendship and it was as if no time had passed since we had seen each other even though it had been years. His memory of events and recall of anecdotes was phenomenal and he always was of good cheer and a privilege to be with. He and Mary Jane certainly made a wonderful team together.
David's generosity and helpful spirit touched me personally early in my career for which I was ever grateful. He will always be with us in our hearts. We want Mary Jane and family to know that we are there with them in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Robin (Thornberry) McCoy
May 1, 2005
I will always remember Mr. Presnell's great sense of humor and his friendship with my dad in the '70s when I was growing up. They had a lot of fun and laughs together. My condolences to his wife and children during this time of great loss.
George Binder
April 30, 2005
David certainly left his mark on this planet and touched the lives of many. He improved the life experience for many, many people. The planet, and those who inhabit it, are better for his having been here. For those who loved him, please know that there are many, many people thinking of you now and sharing with you. Know God's presence at this time.
Sharon Hall
April 30, 2005
David's untimely passing is a great loss to our community. His leadership will be missed. I send prayers to his wife and children.
Tom Monin
April 30, 2005
It was my pleasure to have called you friend, it was an honor to have called you boss. I bid farewell to you Sir with the saddest of hearts. Thank you for being there, everytime. If you see Gleason, tell him to move over theres a new "Great One" in town. 10-4, Over & Out. T.
Mike Penick
April 30, 2005
Mr. David Presnell Jr., thank you for the opportunity to work for a good company and being such a nice person to me. May the Lord be with your family during this time.
Mildred and Gilbert Newman
April 30, 2005
Pres, was quite a character. What we saw in him was, service, dependibility, and a kindness with generosity to his fellow man. He was very giving to us, and we will miss seeing him.
Mildred and Gilbert Newman
Ken Rogers
April 30, 2005
I worked for Mr. Presnell at The Presnell Group from 1993 to 1997. The Presnell Group was the first real start I had in the Engineering business. I am truely thankful. I send my payers and thoughts for the Presnell Family.
Ken Rogers
Gale Humphrey
April 30, 2005
David Presnell was a great man who lived a life that touched thousands. Though his physical presence is no longer among us, he leaves behind a powerful legacy of good works and good will that will remain a testament to him long after we bid him farewell.
Jennie C. Denker
April 30, 2005
David and Bill,
How truly sorry I am at the loss that you both are feeling. I wish that there was some way that I could ease your pain. Know that since I cannot, I will pray that God lifts this heavy burden. Remember that Jesus had help carrying his cross to Calvary. Look around there are people who will help carry this 'cross' with you. Blessings to you both.
Richard/Ann Nunan
April 30, 2005
We are so sorry to learn of Dave's untimely death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.
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